Heading Back: Back to School Tips for Big Kids
Life is restarting for my family again this fall. My youngest turns twelve this month, which is a BIG milestone this year. She can now get the COVID vaccine, so we'll finally have a…
How to Paint Patio Cushions and Pillows
I wanted to end this summer by saying thank you for reading...and by sharing another fun before-and-after project that I started at the beginning of summer. This article on how to paint patio cushions…
#Save Your Photos
Last January, my PC blew up on my desk with a loud PHFTH! There was a moment of dread. A hasty purchase of a new computer. But there was never a moment where I was…
How to Organize a Small Home Without a Closet: Ivar Shelving
You think you have small closets? The real test is how to organize a small home without any closet at all on the main living level. In that case, there is no place to…
Two Nights in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Faux France)
Our very short pandemic vacation was three days in one of the most Parisian cities in America: Philadelphia. This 2021 mini-trip to Philadelphia was short on hassle and long on fun things to do…
The Surprising Grocery Item That’s Cluttering Your Kitchen
I can't say it often enough...decluttering isn't the way to get organized. You don't solve clutter by buying more things...and then throwing them out. That's never more true than in the kitchen. The demand…